Eton Mess with Berries and Meringue Kisses

A classic British dessert featuring crushed meringue, whipped cream, and fresh berries. Paired perfectly after a savory dish like scrambled eggs.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Total Time

45 minutes

Calories

455 kcal

Difficulty

Easy

Equipment

5 items

Cost

£2.52/serving

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Ingredients

Servings

2largeEgg Whites(Make sure the egg whites are at room temperature.)

£0.20

100gCaster Sugar(Also known as superfine sugar.)

£0.20

0.5tspVanilla Extract(Adds a touch of vanilla flavor.)

£0.15

300mlHeavy Cream(For whipping.)

£1.75

1tbspIcing Sugar(For sweetening the whipped cream.)

£0.05

200gStrawberries(Hulled and halved or quartered.)

£2.50

100gRaspberries(Optional, for added flavour and colour.)

£2.75

100gBlueberries(Optional, for added flavour and colour.)

£2.50

Total Cost

£10.10

£2.52 per serving

Instructions

1.
Preheat oven to 100°C (212°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2.
In a clean, dry mixing bowl, whisk the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gradually add the caster sugar, whisking continuously until the meringue is glossy and holds its shape.
3.
Stir in the vanilla extract. Place the meringue into a piping bag fitted with a round nozzle, if using. Alternatively, use a spoon to create small meringue 'kisses' on the baking sheet.
4.
Bake for 1 hour, or until the meringues are crisp and dry. Turn off the oven and leave the meringues inside to cool completely. This helps them dry out further.
5.
While the meringues are baking, prepare the whipped cream. In a chilled mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream with the icing sugar until soft peaks form. Be careful not to overwhip.
6.
Once the meringues are cooled, gently crush them into smaller pieces. Don't crush them too finely; you want some texture.
7.
In individual serving glasses or bowls, layer the crushed meringues, whipped cream, and berries. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with a topping of fresh berries.
8.
Serve immediately, or chill for a short time before serving.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (203g)

455 kcal / 1904 kJ

Carbs

42g

16% of RDA

Fat

32g

46% of RDA

Protein

6% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

3 g

10% of RDA

Sugar

40 g

44% of RDA

Sodium

25 mg

1% of RDA

Saturated Fat

20 g

100% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For the best meringues, ensure your mixing bowl and whisk are completely clean and free of grease.

Don't be afraid to experiment with different berries or add a drizzle of fruit coulis for extra flavour.

To make ahead, bake the meringues and store them in an airtight container. Whip the cream just before serving to prevent it from becoming watery.

Cooking Equipment

Oven

Mixing Bowls

Electric Mixer (optional)

Baking Sheet

Parchment Paper

Wine Pairings

No wine pairing suggestions available for this recipe.

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Chef's Tips

For the best meringues, ensure your mixing bowl and whisk are completely clean and free of grease.

Don't be afraid to experiment with different berries or add a drizzle of fruit coulis for extra flavour.

To make ahead, bake the meringues and store them in an airtight container. Whip the cream just before serving to prevent it from becoming watery.

Eton Mess with Berries and Meringue Kisses

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